Polish bishop goes on trial for paedophilia cover-up

The Bishop of Tarnow Andrzej Jez is the first member of the hierarchy to face criminal charges for failing to inform authorities of abuse by clergy. The bishop, who denies the charges, told the court that "if we had not reported these two cases at all, this trial would not be taking place." "Paradoxically, I am being charged for my zeal," he added. Prosecutors said the bishop -- who could face three years in jail -- was aware of two cases of priests abusing underage altar boys. One of the priests is believed to have abused 95 children...